chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

Theophylline (1,3-Dimethylxanthine) is a methyl xanthine derivative from tea with diuretic, smooth muscle relaxant, bronchial dilation, cardiac, and central nervous system stimulant activities. It inhibits the 3', 5'-cyclic nucleotide phosphodiesterase that degrades cyclic AMP, thus potentiating the actions of agents that act through adenylyl cyclases and cyclic AMP.

Nortriptyline is an antidepressant compound that enhances corticosteroid sensitivity of blood T-cells in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and may be used for smoking cessation.

Acanthoside B is a lignan with anti-inflammatory and anti-amnesic effects. Acanthoside B can be used for studies about Alzheimer's disease and lung inflammation.